Not only did Gage, who has Down syndrome, get Dolly's autograph, but they sang a few of her songs together. They performed impromptu duets of "Islands in the Stream," "9 to 5," and "Jolene," along with Johnny Cash's "Ring of Fire."

"Dolly made him feel like the most important person in the room," Lynnae shared with TODAY. "She was so amazing to just embrace him the way she did. He will never forget her kindness and, as his mother, I will always be grateful for the love she showed to my wonderful son."

Sherry Huang is a Features Editor for Parents.com. She loves collecting children's picture books and has an undeniable love for cookies of all kinds. Her spirit animal would be Beyoncé Pad Thai. Follow her on Twitter @sherendipitea.